Is it an ultrabook? That is the first question that came to mind when we saw the Dell Inspiron 14z, but then we remembered the Samsung Series 5 ultrabook. And that is when the puzzle seemed to solve itself! It’s thicker than most ultrabooks, and features an optical drive.
This is the second ultrabook from Dell, after the superlative Dell XPS 13 (read our review) offering. However, the Inspiron 14z isn’t as slim and sleek as its elder cousin. The critical bit is the inclusion of the optical drive, just like the Samsung Series 5 (read our review). Dell say that this will be a mainstream ultrabook, and we expect it to be priced somewhere around the Series 5 from Samsung – we are looking at a price tag between Rs. 55,000 to Rs. 60,000. The XPS 13 will probably remain the company’s high end product in the segment.
Here are some first impressions:
We will get the Dell Inspiron 14z soon for review, but in the meantime, you can check out some images of the product.
A smart looking ultrabook, except that the red colour wont appeal to anyone!
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Look ma, this one has an optical drive!
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Shortcut keys on the right top side of the keyboard.
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Some power package details.
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The credentials are confirmed.
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The demo ultrabook was powered by a Core i5 processor.
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The generous vents should help with the cooling - something carried forward from the XPS 13.
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The lid is closed, and the red colour cannot be ignored.
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The power button.
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The speakers are on the underside of the ultrabook, and this is one of the two.
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The touchpad, with clearly demarcated right and left click keys.
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The underside of the Inspiron 14z.
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View from one side - the HDMI, ethernet and USB ports are covered with a classy flap.
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Dell Inspiron 14z First Impressions |
We used the keypad for a very short while, and were impressed with the feedback.
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These are the specification details of the Inspiron 14z ultrabook, exactly as shared by Dell.